Its been really dry, and while I've been out fishing a lot, there just isn't that much water. The temps have been up in a lot of places, and I'm letting the fish rest where needed. Luckily, there are still places with cold, clean, oxygenated water in which to seek refuge...
This year, summer is defined by a much-needed cool breeze in a cold water corridor...
the pastel colors that jump out from the dry forest floor...
a bird's nest after its young have moved out...
the small wild trout that keep the population alive...
and of course, Onigiri made by a friend to fill my stomach and fuel the next cast.
A new Mankyu net from Japan has already seen more than its "fair" share of these jeweled beauties.
And then in a run like this, or not quite like this...
the fish of a lifetime for this small stream struck a fly and was brought to hand!
An epic battle on 7x tippet and a small Tenkara rod designed for 9 inchers, not this 19.5 inch beast!
But dreary conditions in local waters have not held me back this season, and there is more to write about soon!
man, that is awesome. Fish of a lifetime for sure!
ReplyDeleteIt sure was a surprise in such a small stream and at this time of year to say the least!
DeleteLove that Oni III...Capable rod. Nice fish.
ReplyDeleteMe too. I had no idea it could land a fish like that... most likely only worked out because it knew there really wasn't anywhere to run in such a small stream.
DeleteVery nice! That brown looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteMark, thanks! It was by far my nicest brown caught that close to NYC to date!
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